Release Manager

Automate software releases by parsing conventional commits for changelogs and version bumps.

Updated Feb 16, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #changelog #devops #release management #versioning #conventional commits

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npx skills add https://github.com/Nuwanda04/Ballen-Fisk --skill release-manager-nuwanda04

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Skill: Release Manager
Source: https://github.com/Nuwanda04/Ballen-Fisk/tree/main/.cursor/skills/release-manager
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Nuwanda04/Ballen-Fisk --skill release-manager-nuwanda04

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the complex process of software releases, automating tasks like changelog generation, version bumping, and release planning to ensure reliable and predictable deployments.

Core Features & Use Cases

Automated Changelog Generation: Creates structured changelogs from git history based on conventional commits.
Semantic Version Bumping: Intelligently determines the correct version increment (major, minor, patch) based on commit analysis.
Release Planning & Readiness: Assesses release readiness, generates checklists, and drafts communication plans.
Use Case: Integrate this Skill into your CI/CD pipeline to automatically generate a release tag, update version numbers in your project files, and draft release notes based on your team's commit history.

Quick Start

Use the release manager skill to determine the next version bump based on commits since the last tag.

Frequently Asked Questions about Release Manager

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I automate changelog generation from conventional commits?▼

Automated changelog generation parses your conventional commit history to create structured release notes. This Skill analyzes git commit messages to automatically draft detailed, categorized changelogs for your software releases.

How does semantic version bumping work from git history?▼

Semantic version bumping analyzes conventional commits since your last tag to determine the correct increment. It evaluates commit message prefixes like fix or feat to intelligently decide whether to bump the patch, minor, or major version number.

Can I integrate release management into a CI/CD pipeline?▼

Yes, you can integrate this Skill into CI/CD pipelines for deterministic release processes. It automates generating release tags, updating version numbers in project files, and drafting release notes based on team commit history.

What is the best way to plan a software release and assess readiness?▼

Release planning assesses readiness by generating checklists and drafting communication plans based on your commit history. This approach streamlines software release management to ensure reliable, predictable deployments without manual tracking.

Does semantic versioning work with various package managers?▼

Yes, semantic versioning supports integration with various package managers for deterministic releases. The Skill updates version numbers in your project files and works alongside Git and CI/CD pipelines to manage deployment processes.